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Newspaper
The Progress
Location
Shreveport, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1898
Page
11
A series of aphoristic statements critique self interest and political understanding. It cites personal discipline, calls for annihilation of Hannfism and Louisiana and Ohio, notes public interest in politics, questions meaning of politics and socialism, and views on ministers, business policy, and adversarial complaints.
A moral imperative is needed to curb evil as laws alone cannot end wrongdoing. The author argues communities become worse only if their good people consent to it and urges steadfast action by citizens.
A remark railingly condemns hypocrisy amid debates on the Lord Jesus Christ religion, highlighting tensions surrounding sacred claims and moral criticism.
The remark lauds Ming's patriotism and moral sentiment as a model for political life. It argues such virtue will purify the body politic and elevate public discourse.
The City Item questions the impact of last Tuesday’s cartoon titled Good Target for Honest Voters, suggesting the piece did not land as intended and sparked debate over its message and reception.
A reflective railing against fear of politics urges men to invest time in childrearing and critique self righteousness. The speaker questions who judges others and challenges sanctimonious claims while asking what becomes of spring gardens.
A newspaper rebukes Fitzsimmon for declining a rematch with Corbett even for a $30,000 purse, labeling the decision as cowardly and cowardice.
A critical editorial stance claims that if one must sin, Christ's life was a dismal failure and an extraordinarily weak force. The speaker argues that personal editor sinning does not justify asserting universal sin.
Amid tensions as England Germany and Russia press for gains in China, observers ask what posture the United States will take. The piece notes competing interests among major powers and curbs on expansion, hinting at strategic responses from Washington.
The article notes A. P. A.s taking a hand in the fight around Hanna. It questions whether friends aim to help him or enemies to hurt him, but the intent remains unclear.
The remark questions President McKin ley's ability to bear the burdens of his office, noting uncertainty whether his lack of worry is flattering or not and reflecting a dated view of executive temperament.
Brother Wilson of Welsh Monitor wore war paint last week and spoke vigorously. The note expresses hope for no blood on the moon and for peace and harmony to prevail.
The Progress thanks Hamilton Brown Shoe Company of St. Louis for sending an ornate Picture a beautiful woman and a bouquet of roses. The gift is acknowledged and appreciation is extended.
The Constitutional Convention members may achieve fame by aligning their actions with Louisiana's needs and focusing on the state's welfare above all else.
The quote questions how easily people judge others using their own criteria while avoiding placing others above themselves, highlighting the tendency to self-compare and limit perspective.
Mayor Van Wyck of Greater New York declares no one in his administration may hold another paid job. The rule targets appointees and aims to curb outside employment among city officials.
The Natchitoches En terprise and Louisiana Populist in Natchitoches note there was lively sparring during the recent campaign. The Progress hopes all will be peaceful until the next political contest.
White and black Republican leaders in the state press a hard fight against Demas confirmation. Papers lie with Senator Frye, Commerce Committee chair, as the matter is referred. The President’s official garments cannot be cleansed by this failure to confirm.
The Progress notes McEnery’s rivals outside the party show greater indignation at his Baton Rouge Convention treatment than his own friends. It suggests he could have secured a ticket placement if he desired, and would have accepted it if offered.
The Progress rejects Secretary Gage's plan to split the Republican party arguing it would ruin the country. It labels the idea as nonsensical and puerile Prattising and warns that any move to destroy the party should not endanger the nation.
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